McElevey Charitable Foundation
McElevey Charitable Foundation is a private foundation, based in Portland, OR. IRS filing data is available from 2020 through 2024. As of 2024, the organization holds $394K in total assets. In 2024, it awarded 9 grants totaling $21K.
McElevey Charitable Foundation at a glance
In short: McElevey Charitable Foundation gave $21K across 9 grants in 2024 (avg $2K), mostly in Oregon. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $21,000
- +100.0% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 9
- +28.6% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $2,333
- +55.6% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $2,000
- Total assets
- $393,599
- +1.7% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- Oregon (67% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated September 2026.
Who McElevey Charitable Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 9 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was West Hills Christian School ($6K). Together the top 9 received $21K.
Grant Size Distribution
39 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 39 grants of 39 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 9 itemized grants.
Cities
How McElevey Charitable Foundation gives
- Giving grew 40% from 2021 to 2024. Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990-PF filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $11K (2023) to $21K (2024). In 2024 it made 9 grants totaling $21K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| West Hills Christian School Portland, OR | Help in Goals to Provide Education | $6,000 |
| With Love Oregon Portland, OR | Support Childeren in Foster Care | $4,000 |
| The Fresh Water Trust Portland, OR | Fix Freshwater Ecosystems | $3,000 |
| Love Inc of Lewis County Chehalis, WA | Assist with Furniture Transportation Etc | $2,000 |
| Wild Sheep Foundation Bozeman, MT | Conservation and Protection of Wild Sheep | $2,000 |
| Vision House Renton, WA | Helps Break the Cycle of Homeless Families | $1,000 |
| Little Bit Riding Center Redmond, WA | Help Support People with Disabilities | $1,000 |
| Bread of Life Mission Seattle, WA | Help People Overcome the Cycle of Homelessness | $1,000 |
| Tualatin Food Pantry Tualatin, OR | Alleviate Food Insecurity | $1,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $393,599 | $11,025 | $21,800 | $21,000 | 9 | — |
| 2023 | $386,843 | $8,614 | $13,834 | $10,500 | 7 | — |
| 2022 | $392,063 | $9,500 | $5,144 | — | — | — |
| 2021 | $387,707 | $6,758 | $23,705 | $15,000 | 11 | $15,000 |
| 2020 | $404,750 | $56,678 | $15,482 | $15,000 | 12 | — |
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
McElevey Charitable Foundation is led by Michael J. McElevey, President since 2022 (on filings since 2020); none of the 3 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Michael J. McElevey
President
Director → President, 2022
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Shirley Kokal
Director
On filings since 2023
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Charles McElevey
Vice President
President Treasurer → Director, 2022
Director → Vice President, 2023
On filings since 2020
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (1)
- Former: Susanne Wiend (2020–2022) — Vice President
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about McElevey Charitable Foundation
How much does McElevey Charitable Foundation give each year?
McElevey Charitable Foundation gave $21K across 9 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $11K across 7 grants.
What is McElevey Charitable Foundation's typical grant size?
McElevey Charitable Foundation's median grant in 2024 was $2,000, and its average grant was $2,333, across 9 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does McElevey Charitable Foundation give grants?
McElevey Charitable Foundation gives mostly in Oregon: 67% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest states were Washington (24%) and Montana (10%). The most frequent recipient cities were Portland, OR (3 grants).
Does McElevey Charitable Foundation give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 9 grants with a stated purpose on McElevey Charitable Foundation's 2024 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support.
Who are McElevey Charitable Foundation's largest grantees?
McElevey Charitable Foundation's largest 2024 grantees include West Hills Christian School ($6,000), With Love Oregon ($4,000) and The Fresh Water Trust ($3,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 62% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is McElevey Charitable Foundation?
McElevey Charitable Foundation reported $394K in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Its revenue that year was $11K.
What is McElevey Charitable Foundation's EIN?
McElevey Charitable Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 46-4400224. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings.
Data update history
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
Live grants for the work McElevey Charitable Foundation funds
Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking Open opportunities, soonest deadline first.
- Nixa Affiliate Grantmaking Program Up to US $10,000 · Due October 19, 2026
- Community and School Grants $28,000 total pool; 10-15 grants expected · Due October 19, 2026
- Mary Pinola/Crescenta Valley Chamber Education Fund $500 - $5,000 for ongoing programs; up to $15,000 for Strategic Initiative Grants · Due October 19, 2026
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